Meeting Summary, date of next meeting and actions

FH confirmed that Taskforce members had received an update on the progress of the MTS and LTS, feedback on the mitigation and also the challenging circumstances after the recent storms in October 2023.

FH acknowledged that water saturation will continue to be an issue and that the Taskforce are interested in that and also water issues more widely.

FH referenced comments from LS regarding engagement on disruption during construction of the LTS. FH asked Transport Scotland to consider further how to limit the amount of single track and traffic management within the contract and how to communicate this through the next stages.

FH acknowledged that it needs to be made clear that the road is open whether it’s through the OMR or as single lane operation with roadworks on the A83 and reiterate this to media outlets. In terms of communications, FH requested that everyone shares all official channels, particularly the A83 Story Map and asked members to sign up to the regular updates if they don’t receive them already.

FH added that the next meeting will be held in May and in person if possible and asked for the groups’ comments on this.

RC confirmed that it would be good to hold the meeting in person.

FH acknowledged this response and also noted that we would seek to provide a means for others to dial in if required, similar to the Lochgilphead meeting in October 2023.

FH thanked everyone for attending and contributing as well as those who gave presentations. She confirmed that minutes would be circulated to all Taskforce members.